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Start Date
Monday, September 01, 2025
End Date
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Title
The Red Cedar Twelve Mile Hiking Challenge-Giant City State Park
Description
Fall is here and the 12 mile Red Cedar Trail is calling! Will you accept the challenge? Along this rugged backpacking trail are ten strategically placed signs. Take a selfie with each password sign and bring your pictures to the Visitor Center for an
official Red Cedar patch!
Please note that this trail is rugged and can be very difficult. Hikers may choose to walk the trail in sections or all at once. It takes a minimum of seven hours to hike the 12 miles.
Please use insect spray and take plenty of snacks and water! Call the Giant City Visitors Center at 618-457-4836 for more information.
For More Information
Please call 618-457-4836.
Event Type
Hiking
DNR Region
Southern IL
Location
Giant City State Park
DNR Park
Giant City State Park
Address
235 Giant City Rd
City
Makanda
State
IL
Zip
62958
Contact Person
Jennifer Randolph-Bollinger
Phone
6184574836
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